Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Broccoli and Almond Crumble

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Quick sautéed shrimp served with bright garlic lemon broccoli and topped with a crunchy almond crumble for texture and flavor in a Whole30 meal. This mediterranean-inspired whole30 (whole30, gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, sea salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a dry skillet over medium heat. Add 1/3 cup chopped raw almonds and toast, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove almonds and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, heat 2 tbsp avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add 4 cups broccoli florets and 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp and garlic is golden.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp lemon zest and 2 tbsp lemon juice into the broccoli, then transfer broccoli to a plate.
  4. Step 4: Add shrimp seasoned with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the skillet. Sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Plate shrimp atop the garlic lemon broccoli and sprinkle with the toasted almond crumble. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Broccoli and Almond Crumble take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Broccoli and Almond Crumble?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sea salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Broccoli and Almond Crumble?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Broccoli and Almond Crumble for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Broccoli and Almond Crumble whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, dairy free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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